By Micayla Vargas Micayla is the Assistant General Manager at Del Norte Sports & Wellness and during the past 10 years she’s been a counselor, coordinator, and Regional Youth Program Manager with Blast! Summer Camps. Parents who fondly remember their own fun and free-spirited summers yearn to provide experiences that create great memories for their…
By Kat Egan, Personal Training Manager There’s no wrong way to exercise, but research shows that exercising in a group setting can dramatically improve results and help you meet and exceed your fitness goals faster than you think! Along with being the Personal Training Manager for the Colorado Athletic Club’s Tabor location, I love leading…
Let’s face it—when someone throws around the term “big back,” it’s not always in the nicest way. Maybe they’re poking fun at your love for second helpings (or thirds—we don’t judge), or trying to body-shame you for a few extra pounds. But what if we told you it’s time to reclaim that phrase and wear…
The general concept of animal-based and carnivore diets link back to our prehistoric ancestors and how they used to hunt and feast some four million years ago. With many other diets entering the game today, these specific eating patterns are said to be the original human diets. Basically, our kin ate what they could and…
The world of fitness and training for women has evolved dramatically over the decades. There was once a time when women were thought to be “too delicate” for strength training or that lifting weights would result in an overly muscular, “masculine” look. These outdated views often kept women away from weight rooms, limiting them to…
We all recognize the crucial role sleep plays in our journey towards our fitness goals. However, finding the right balance between our busy lives and getting a good night’s sleep can often be challenging. Nonetheless, incorporating effective sleep strategies can greatly enhance your overall well-being and fitness progress. A significant portion of the population does…
Take a look at the ingredients list on your favorite snack. Do you see words you can’t pronounce? Artificial flavors, colors, emulsifiers—these additives are everywhere, quietly making their way into your daily diet. While they may seem harmless, the reality is that processed foods, especially ultra-processed ones, are wreaking havoc on your heart health. From…
Have you ever wondered why everyone’s talking about walking 10,000 steps a day? Is it just another health trend, or does it really make a difference? Believe it or not, this idea started as a marketing campaign for a pedometer during the 1960 Summer Olympics in Japan. The health buzz surrounding the Olympics sparked a…
Balancing your blood sugar is essential for overall health, especially for those managing insulin sensitivity or diabetes. One simple yet effective way to support this balance is through meal sequencing—the order in which you eat different types of foods during a meal. The concept is simple: You eat your fiber, then protein, and finish with…
If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve probably come across the “12-3-30 challenge.” It’s a popular fitness trend that’s blown up for a reason—it’s simple, effective, and doesn’t involve running. It’s a low-impact cardio-based workout routine designed to promote weight loss, improve cardiovascular fitness, and boost overall health. The best part? You…
